[Aztlan] request for recommendation of books on the Maya

[David Hixson]

Generally, most archaeologists keep a copy of "The
Ancient Maya" near their desks for quick reference. 
The latest version (6th edition [2006], by Sharer and
Traxler) is a continuation of a tradition from 1946,
when Morley first published his volume attempting to
capture a little of everything about the ancient Maya.

Sharer, Robert J., and Loa P. Traxler
2006  The Ancient Maya (6th edition), Stanford
University Press.

Another, often overlooked introductory book is: "Lost
Kingdoms of the Maya" by Gene and George Stuart (1993)
National Geographic Society.  This one is a wonderful
compilation of the knowledge drawn together by
National Geographic up to 1993 (so it's just a bit
dated), including their stunning photos by Ken Garrett
and a section on the Maya of today.  If you can find
an original copy (rare) it will come with their
special map insert of Maya archaeological sites.

> Millie Gimmel <mgimmel at utk.edu> wrote:
>   Can anyone recommend a good basic book on the Maya
> for an educated audience 
> but one not familar with the field?
> 
> many thanks,
> 
> Millie
> 
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